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Competent logistics are the new meeting minimum

Conferences that Work

They assume that meetings will consist of sessions with speakers on a stage. And they assume that when attendees are not in sessions, we should ply them with food and drink and entertainment. Far more space is devoted to entertainment and food and beverage. The meeting industry has redefined novelty as creativity.

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Choice Cuts for Food and Beverage Savings

MeetingsNet

And “if you’re getting them sponsored, make sure the price reflects the cost of the beverage.”. • You need to accommodate food allergies and preferences, so try to save costs simultaneously by incorporating dietary needs into the overall menu design—for example, by creating a gluten-free menu—to minimize personalized plates. •

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On the Road to Ground-Transportation Savings

MeetingsNet

The prices of airport shuttles and other ground-transportation services are revving up. According to a recent MPI Meetings Outlook survey, 85 percent of respondents expect to see price increases in ground transportation, and 38 percent expect those increases to be higher than 10 percent. Creative Ground-Transportation Cost Cuts.

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8 Event Budget Adjustments Needed to Host Safe Events in 2021

Event Farm

Ryan and Marcella project a 25% increase in food and beverage costs due to not having buffets or family-style service. Depending on how safe you want to make your attendees feel, you may opt for home testing for VIPs—entertainment, speakers, executives—so they don’t get on the plane if they have a positive result. #6:

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How to Prepare a Venue for an Event

GEVME

Food and beverage. The following are subject to regulation: budget, price (including additional expenses), cancellation conditions, terms and duration (from when the venue is at the organizer’s disposal), closure of streets for transportation, construction supervision, and other event-specific criteria. Food and beverages.

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What Makes Events Truly Accessible

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Transportation. You need to have a mindset about the transportation, whether it’s how people get from the airport to the venue or how they will be transported to and from any off-site visits during the meeting,” she said. “You We’ve shown that you’re part of us – we want you to be engaged.”. Meeting Facilities. Evans said.

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9 Proven Steps for Planning Successful Events

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Promotion – Will marketing or promotional efforts be required Geographical radius – What region or area will you be attracting attendees from Content – What type of content fits the purpose and audience needs (speakers, presentations, entertainment, etc.)